Inside Bethann Hardison’s fight to progress and diversify the fashion industry
In February, “Econ Extra Credit” is watching “Invisible Beauty,” a documentary portrait of fashion industry trailblazer Bethann Hardison. This week, “Marketplace Morning Report” host David Brancaccio...
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Marketplace Morning Report’s ongoing Econ Extra Credit series, where we watch a documentary a month with Marketplace themes, is back. This month, we decided to explore the film “Invisible Beauty,”...
View ArticleAddressing dismal working conditions in a glamorous industry
In February, “Econ Extra Credit” is watching “Invisible Beauty,” a documentary portrait of activist Bethann Hardison focused on her fight to improve working conditions for Black fashion models. This...
View ArticleWhy the fashion industry’s commitment to diversity feels like a fad
In February, “Econ Extra Credit” is watching “Invisible Beauty,” a documentary portrait of activist Bethann Hardison, focused on her fight to improve working conditions for Black fashion models....
View ArticleBethann Hardison on why changes in the modeling industry take so long
This month for our ongoing Econ Extra Credit series, we’re diving into the film “Invisible Beauty.” It’s about the life and legacy of fashion icon Bethann Hardison, a force in the industry. Hardison...
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